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Rover 620

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,997 cc

T497 LARMOT history

T497 LAR is a red petrol Rover 620 first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 111,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2025
Mileage
111,942 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T497 LAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
620
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T497 LAR was last recorded at 111,942 miles on 6 Nov 2024, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,885 miles · 16 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
3,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 111,942 miles
  • 2023 – 111,885 miles
  • 2022 – 110,291 miles
  • 2021 – 105,445 miles
  • 2020 – 99,304 miles
  • 2019 – 90,532 miles
  • 2018 – 87,112 miles
  • 2017 – 84,047 miles
  • 2016 – 81,709 miles
  • 2015 – 79,219 miles
  • 2014 – 73,632 miles
  • 2013 – 70,827 miles
  • 2012 – 65,619 miles
  • 2011 – 64,225 miles
  • 2010 – 61,917 miles
  • 2009 – 59,670 miles
  • 2008 – 57,400 miles
  • 2007 – 55,068 miles
  • 2006 – 53,051 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,942 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s rear inner wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s rear inner wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s front (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear under sills coroding

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexy pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,942 miles (+57)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    111,942 miles
    Test number
    177926558811
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s rear inner wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s rear inner wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear under sills coroding

  2. Pass111,885 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,885 miles
    Test number
    276452577595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail111,871 miles (+1,580)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,871 miles
    Test number
    316333757037
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,291 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    110,291 miles
    Test number
    249395894245
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Fail110,291 miles (+4,846)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,291 miles
    Test number
    693104800430
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass105,445 miles (+6,141)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    105,445 miles
    Test number
    507944203468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,304 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    99,304 miles
    Test number
    790489725315
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexy pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail99,298 miles (+8,766)1 dangerous15 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,298 miles
    Test number
    792021614969
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded out of flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexy pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper split pin missing on locking nut
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass90,532 miles (+3,420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,532 miles
    Test number
    303849003260
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass87,112 miles (+3,065)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    87,112 miles
    Test number
    793152832512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,047 miles (+2,338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,047 miles
    Test number
    175312365706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass81,709 miles (+2,490)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    81,709 miles
    Test number
    884201671324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,219 miles
    Test number
    309589715131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail79,219 miles (+5,587)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,219 miles
    Test number
    858235015199
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass73,632 miles (+2,805)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    73,632 miles
    Test number
    127339614228
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAdvise adjustment of parking brake
    • NoteBoth rear tyres and n/s/f tyre age cracking [advise new tyres]

  16. Pass70,827 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    70,827 miles
    Test number
    368821643447
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre getting low on tread depth [inside edge]
    • NoteWiper blades poor

  17. Fail70,819 miles (+5,200)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,819 miles
    Test number
    315971343275
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre getting low on tread depth [inside edge]
    • NoteWiper blades poor

  18. Pass65,619 miles (+1,394)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,619 miles
    Test number
    268854042216
    • NoteCorrosion starting o/s/r wheel arch
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to get low
    • NoteHeadlamp image poor
    • NoteSome corrosion on brake discs
    • NoteSome corrosion on suspension components

  19. Pass64,225 miles (+2,308)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    64,225 miles
    Test number
    939964291040
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSome corrosion onfront brake discs

  20. Pass61,917 miles (+2,247)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    61,917 miles
    Test number
    352196400145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,670 miles (+2,270)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,670 miles
    Test number
    492124709125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,400 miles (+2,332)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    57,400 miles
    Test number
    674809208101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,068 miles (+2,017)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    55,068 miles
    Test number
    720563197057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    53,051 miles
    Test number
    981310916185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T497 LAR

Does T497 LAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T497 LAR expired on 15 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T497 LAR?
The MOT on T497 LAR expired on 15 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T497 LAR done?
T497 LAR was recorded at 111,942 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2024, an average of 3,175 miles a year.
Has T497 LAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T497 LAR has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T497 LAR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T497 LAR find?
T497 LAR passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2024 with 5 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s rear inner wing; seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s rear inner wing, and 2 more.

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